SecNews publishes the statement of the 31-year-old alleged to be involved in the Lecpetex case, which has been in the media. The editorial team has fully confirmed the identity of the sender through his lawyer. See his statement:
"Following the publicity that the case in which I am accused has received, and -mainly- the statements and positions from the side of my 27-year-old co-defendant, I feel the need to separate my position.
[quote]I feel truly devastated, reflecting that my scientific curiosity has evolved into a criminal behavior, which I now expressly condemn. In my 31 years, I never imagined that scientific knowledge could be allowed to serve lawlessness.[/quote]
Despite my involvement in this case, I hope that my professional and personal course from now on will demonstrate that I have sincerely regretted any involvement in illegal actions.
[box_warning]I do not feel like a “hero” or a “genius”, I disapprove of hacking, and I am optimistic that from now on my life will be in harmony with the legal order. I would deeply appreciate the non-mention of my face indirectly or directly in publications until the final decision of the Greek judiciary, which I respect and appreciate.[/box_warning]
In full respect of the decision of the alleged person involved in the Lecpetex case, we will not be publishing any identifying information about him or his lawyer. Furthermore, we will avoid any future reference to his person, as he earnestly requests in his statement.
SecNews adds as a comment on the case that : "Making a mistake takes courage. Admitting one's mistake takes double courage.
